🗓️ Feb 9, 12pm
đź“Ť 521 west 126th street between amsterdam & broadway
[The NYPD prevented students from entering St. Mary’s Episcopal Church on 1/21; this “procession of prayer” is in response.] “St. Mary’s expressed the following concerns to the Commanding Officer of the 26th Precinct… Law enforcement prevented a group from coming into the church for a scheduled meeting. This resulted in compromising St. Mary’s mission to welcome and care for people. Additionally, the blockade disrupted people’s way who live or walk on the block. … Law enforcement entered the church sanctuary and the church basement uninvited. … Law enforcement did not contact the Rector directly about concerns, and would not engage the Rector to explore possible solutions. This is a public street, not a private campus. We strongly object to law enforcement unilaterally shutting down the street without notification or explanation. … Law enforcement should not put hands on anyone without warning and cause.”
St. Mary's Prays for Justice and Peace